Job summary
The Endoscopy unit is looking for a motivated and positive band 6 Deputy Sister.
As a Deputy Sister within the Endoscopy unit you will
be responsible for supporting the staff within the unit, and helping to
co-ordinate on a daily basis the running of the unit.
Endoscopy is a fast paced unit where we undertake procedures for both
outpatients and inpatients. We work closely with a range on multidisciplinary
teams to ensure our patients have the best plan of care.
As a deputy sister you will help to provide a high standard of care to all our
patients during what can be an anxious time.
60 hours a week available
Main duties of the job
You will need to be a motivated team orientated professional
with a passion for delivering high standards of nursing care in an ever
changing environment and work within a multi professional team; it is essential
you communicate effectively within this environment and act in line with the
Endoscopy Unit's philosophy. You be will be required to manage the Unit in the
absence of the Ward Manager and be able to communicate effectively to all
levels. Key elements include; strong professional leadership qualities, which
is critical to delivering the high standard of care our trust requires, passion
to be able to motivate and increase staff morale and ability to change so to
manage and encourage a learning environment. Dealing with day to day issues
that may arise such as staff sickness, roster management, mitigation,
complaints, incidents, tendable audits, etc. You will also be expected to
support the ward manager with governance issues, training and incident
management
About us
The Rotherham
NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our
local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the
right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of
Rotherham
As a Trust we
are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of
everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the
second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a
place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement
overall
But don't just
take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for
our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and
recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of
patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making
All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve
our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together.
If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us
on our journey to excellence
Certificates of Sponsorship
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) band 2 and band 3 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification
for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification
for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound clinical knowledge in all aspects of GI disease, endoscopic and related interventions.
- Understands the concepts of clinical governance and shared governance including evidence based practice and critical appraisal of research findings.
- Demonstrates knowledge of effective risk management.
- Knowledge of current NHS issues including performance targets and the wider modernisation agenda.
- Knowledge of national nursing agenda and application to role.
- NMC Code of Conduct.
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
- Use own initiative and meet deadlines.
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound clinical knowledge in all aspects of GI disease, endoscopic and related interventions.
- Understands the concepts of clinical governance and shared governance including evidence based practice and critical appraisal of research findings.
- Demonstrates knowledge of effective risk management.
- Knowledge of current NHS issues including performance targets and the wider modernisation agenda.
- Knowledge of national nursing agenda and application to role.
- NMC Code of Conduct.
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
- Use own initiative and meet deadlines.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse / Health care professional. 1st level with current NMC / HCPC Registration.
- Degree level qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience.
- Evidence of on-going professional development in a recognised and appropriate nursing field of practice.
- Professional and clinical competence.
Desirable
- Appropriate clinical speciality qualification
Experience
Essential
- Post registration nursing experience.
- Previous experience in Endoscopy.
- Able to demonstrate appropriate clinical and managerial skills commensurate with the post
- Leadership and management skills.
- Demonstrates specialist expertise underpinned by theory and post registered qualification(s).
- Evidence of involvement and leadership in teaching and mentoring learners
Desirable
- Evidence of development of nursing practice / service delivery
- Involvement in clinical audit and/or research.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound clinical knowledge in all aspects of GI disease, endoscopic and related interventions.
- Understands the concepts of clinical governance and shared governance including evidence based practice and critical appraisal of research findings.
- Demonstrates knowledge of effective risk management.
- Knowledge of current NHS issues including performance targets and the wider modernisation agenda.
- Knowledge of national nursing agenda and application to role.
- NMC Code of Conduct.
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
- Use own initiative and meet deadlines.
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound clinical knowledge in all aspects of GI disease, endoscopic and related interventions.
- Understands the concepts of clinical governance and shared governance including evidence based practice and critical appraisal of research findings.
- Demonstrates knowledge of effective risk management.
- Knowledge of current NHS issues including performance targets and the wider modernisation agenda.
- Knowledge of national nursing agenda and application to role.
- NMC Code of Conduct.
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
- Use own initiative and meet deadlines.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse / Health care professional. 1st level with current NMC / HCPC Registration.
- Degree level qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience.
- Evidence of on-going professional development in a recognised and appropriate nursing field of practice.
- Professional and clinical competence.
Desirable
- Appropriate clinical speciality qualification
Experience
Essential
- Post registration nursing experience.
- Previous experience in Endoscopy.
- Able to demonstrate appropriate clinical and managerial skills commensurate with the post
- Leadership and management skills.
- Demonstrates specialist expertise underpinned by theory and post registered qualification(s).
- Evidence of involvement and leadership in teaching and mentoring learners
Desirable
- Evidence of development of nursing practice / service delivery
- Involvement in clinical audit and/or research.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
